January 19, 2008

"In honor of today's lyric splice, we're gonna go see Sweeney Todd," Danny announced.

Mac and Don just stared at him. They'd never actually gone to a movie together before.

"What's it about?" Don asked.

"He's the Demon Barber of Fleet Street," Mac answered, having been in the musical when he was in high school (not that either of his lovers knew that). "He's seeking revenge for his unjust jailing."

"Sounds like fun," Don said in agreement.

"Sure, why not? We have the day off," Mac added.

Danny smiled deviously.

"What the hell were today's lyrics that made you wanna see that?" Don asked, shocked at all the gore. He saw lots of blood and guts in his job, but that was ridiculous.

" 'Like victims in the grind,'" Danny answered with a smirk.

"That's just gross," Don laughed.

"Hey, it's a Johnny Depp movie, like he wouldn't have dragged us to it eventually anyway," Mac commented. They loved to pick on Danny's crush on the actor.

"Ah, shut up, both a ya!" Danny said.

Back in their apartment Don joked around saying, "We should watch Pirates of the Caribbean next."

Danny mock glared at him, then went to set up the DVD player.

"You know, I was just kidding…" Don trailed off.

"It's your own fault, now go make me popcorn!" Danny ordered.

Instead of Don, Mac went into the kitchen. The last time Don had tried to make popcorn he'd set the microwave on fire. Mac didn't feel like buying another new one.

Danny curled up on the couch, eyes glued to the TV as Captain Jack Sparrow appeared on the screen. Mac and Don knew they'd lost him till the end of the movie, so instead of fighting it, they settled in to watch as well. Besides, this way Mac could make sure Danny didn't get drool all over the couch again…

Aside from the occasional chin wipe (Danny), or handful of popcorn (Don), they didn't move during the movie. No matter how many times they'd seen it, it still held their attention.

After the movie Don went into the kitchen to raid the take-out menu drawer. He never had figured out cooking.

"What sounds good tonight?" he asked.

"Pizza," Danny answered at the same time Mac said, "Chinese."

"Chinese pizza?" Don asked jokingly.

Danny pulled a face as Mac shook his head.

"How 'bout Italian?" Mac asked.

"Works for me," Don answered.

"You already know what I want," Danny replied.

Don pulled out the menu for their favorite Italian place. "Alright, chicken alfredo for Mac, pizza for Danny, and lasagna for me," he muttered to himself, placing the call.

"I hope that's the food," Danny said, "I'm hungry."

Danny had been whining about his hunger since Don had called in their order. The sound of the buzzer was a welcome relief.

Don opened the door and paid the delivery guy, coming back with three carry-out boxes.

"FOOD!" Danny exclaimed, racing over to the kitchen table.

Don went into the kitchen and arranged each meal on a plate. He got out silverware, then set the table.

"Whatta ya want to drink?" he asked.

"Water," Mac and Danny answered in unison.

The three sat down to their dinner and dug in. Danny was making appreciative noises the entire time.

"I knew you were hungry, but that's just funny," Don commented on the speed at which Danny was devouring his pizza.

Danny stuck his tongue out and went back to his food.

Mac and Don ate their meals at a more sedate pace, chatting with each other all the while.

They were interrupted by Danny's phone ringing.

"Messer," he answered.

"Oh, hey Erin. We're just eatin' some dinner. No, it's not a bad time, don't worry about it. Pizza. Well, I'll enjoy it while I can then. Uh huh. Okay."

He turned to Mac and said, "She wants to talk to you."

Mac took the phone and answered, "Hello?"

"Yeah, that's probably true. Okay. Don's allergic to cats. Ok, that works. We'll all eat anything, no worries there. Swimsuits? I'm not sure. I'll make sure we have them though. Alright, bye."

"What'd she want?" Don asked.

"Just checking allergies and food likes. I guess she likes to prepare well in advance."

"Sounds about right," Danny commented, "Last time I went out in December and she started planning in May. We're guaranteed to have a good time."

Don nodded in acknowledgement.

The three quickly finished their meals, then Mac and Danny took care of the dishes. They found V for Vendetta on the movie channels, and settled in for a quiet evening.